The Chief of Police, Kenneth Wagner, began by reviewing the process of putting together this police force from the ground up.  He reviewed the training the officers have received since June 6, 2019.  Together, the 46 officers represent a combined total of 961 years of law enforcement experience, with the average being 24 years. As the officers were individually introduced, a  family member pinned the badge upon the officer's chest. The officers as a group took an oath to serve as School Resource Officers for Clay County District Schools.

A short break was taken during which the officers' families were able to take photos.  (Approximately 6:45-7:10 pm)

The following all spoke regarding the proposed half-cent sales tax:

• Betsy Reagor 
• Thomas Riddle
• Jamie Beck 
• Katherine Morrison
• Victoria Kidwell
• Rhonda Jett 
• Jenifer Burghart
• Amy Fehrs 

The Golden and Silver School Awards are presented annually to recognize exemplary schools which promote parent and community engagement in education.  Principals of schools receiving these awards (see attached list) were presented with certificates that were awarded by the Florida Department of Education.

Superintendent Davis' update included instructional accomplishments, leadership best practices, and the instructional outlook for 2019-2020.

Tina Bullock agreed to serve as the Board's representative on the Value Adjustment Board for 2019.  Mrs. Bolla will serve as the alternate.  Ms. Leslie Dougher, who served last year as the citizen member, agreed to continue to serve on the 2019 VAB.  These assignments were confirmed by Board consensus.

Chair Studdard opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Chair Studdard opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Chair Studdard opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Mrs. Gilhousen raised a concern about the process for random searches and who will conduct them.  Superintendent Davis stated the need for searches will be determined by school-based administration and that appropriate staff will be used to conduct the student searches (i.e. male administrators will search male students, and female administrators will search female students).

Chair Studdard opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

General comments were made. 

Mrs. Gilhousen questioned the school district not placing SRO's in Clay County charter schools.  Superintendent Davis responded that St. Johns Classical will continue to utilize a guardian certified by the Clay County Sheriff's Office and that Clay Charter Academy will continue on its same path as last year.